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STATEMENT FROM THE LABOUR PARTY

Deregistration of ADC, others:
Labour Party worst hit by Justice Peter Lifu's miscarriage of justice

... Lifu overlooked all known principles in law to favour Otti, Nenadi in his judgement against Labour Party

The leadership of the Labour Party has expressed worry over the degradation of the judicial system by some members of the bench in Nigeria saying that the party is worst hit by alleged miscarriage of justice by Justice Peter Lifu.

The party while condemning the recent judgement handed down by Justice Lifu against the African Democratic Congress, ADC and five other political parties notes that the jurist overlooked all known principles in law to favour Ms Nenadi Usman in his judgement in a matter brought before his court against Julius Abure and others.

In a statement by the National Publicity Secretary, Obiora Ifoh, the party said that all known principles in law such as the one which holds that the issues of leadership are internal affairs of the party; that no court has the powers to interprete a decision or give effect to the decision of the supreme Court; and that the doctrine of fair hearing must be adhered to, were all relegated, negated and ignored by Justice Lifu while giving judgement.

The Labour Party's spokesperson said though it is quite unfortunate that Justice Lifu's illegal and embarrassing conducts have finally come to the head with his recent judgement where he ordered INEC to deregister 5 political parties, he notes that the Labour Party has been crippled and is under an existential threat by the injustice meted to it by Justice Lifu.

He said, "It must be noted that apart from the deregistration of ADC and some other political parties, Justice Peter Lifu has wilfully embarked on actions capable of endangering our democracy through his judicial rascality and his continuous miscarriage of justice. We in Labour Party are worst hit by the judgement of Justice Peter Lifu."

Elaborating on the Labour Party case, he said, "On the 7th of October, 2025, in suit no. FHC/ABJ/CS/ 2119/2025 filed by Senator Nenadi Usman against INEC which was on the Labour Party's national convention that was held on the 27th of March, 2024, the case was assigned to Justice J. K. Omotosho. Ordinarily, Justice Omotosho had delivered two judgements, given vent and very legal opinion on the national convention of the party. We were happy that justice will be done by Justice Omotosho. Curiously, after we have joined all the issues and filed all the papers, the matter was discontinued on the 28th of October, 2025.

Another matter was then filed via suit no: FHC/ABJ/CS/2262/2025 by the same parties and the same subject matter but this time, the presiding judge of the federal high courts, now assigned the matter to Justice Peter Lifu. This was our first major red flag, we suspected that something was in the offing. In any event, because we have a very good case, we decided to continue with the matter.

The second red flag on Justice Lifu was that when the matter came up for hearing, on the 3rd of November, 2025, the Nigerian Labour Congress, NLC filed a motion for a joinder, and raised a lot of fundamental issues that apparently negated our positions. It was very imperatives that we needed to respond to all those issues raised by the NLC.

On the basis of these fresh motions, we asked for an adjournment to enable us do those responses. Justice Peter Lifu descended to the arena and insisted that the matter must go on that day. He refused all attempts for us to respond to all those issues raised by the NLC and insisted that the matter must be heard same day. He was acting like a man in hurry to conclude a task. There was no reason for him not to have allowed us to respond to the claims. It was then that we started suspecting that there must be a lot more that we cannot see.

In any event, because we don't want to be unruly to the court, we decided that the matter should go on . He heard it that day and adjourned for judgment. He eventually did the hatchet job for Governor Alex Otti and Senator Nenadi Usman. We took a lot of things for granted because, we thought that having a good case, there is nothing a reasonable judge could do about that matter.

We had every reason to have protested, petitioned and to have done a lot of things because Alex Otti himself had called for a meeting in Abia where he boasted and assured his people that he will get a judgment. It was all over the Internet and social media how they were celebrating even before the judgment day. It was very clear that they knew what would be the outcome of the judgment.

We want to say that as at now, that judgment of the federal high court negates and it is against all known principles of law. Is it the principles of law that holds that the issues of leadership are internal affairs of the party; nor is it the principles that states that no court has the powers to interprete a decision or give effect to the decision of the supreme Court; or that the doctrine of fair hearing must be adhered to; all these are established principles of law that the Justice Lifu's judgement was against.

This has no doubt brought his character and behavior to the fore. In any event, our only regret however is that this same judgement delivered by Justice Lifu was also affirmed by the court of Appeal. We believe that the Supreme Court will do justice to the matter and do the right thing, being the final court of redress."

On the danger of Justice Lifu's judicial rascality, Ifoh said, "I want to say very clearly that our democracy, party politics, the rule of law, our constitution and the Electoral Act are under serious threat. It is on this basis that I want to call on the courageous judges of the Supreme Court to rise to the occasion and steer our ship of judiciary out of where it is currently headed to, because if the courts continue in this manner, it will be very clear that our democracy is heading towards destruction."

Sign:

Obiora Ifoh
National Publicity Secretary
Labour Party

21/06/2026

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NEWS RELEASE FROM THE LABOUR PARTY

Beware, Obi, Supporters Destroyed Labour Party, Abure Cautions Dickson

The National Chairman of the Labour Party, Barrister Julius Abure has advised the Senator Seriake Dickson leadership of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC to beware of their alliance with former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi and his ravenous supporters whose political motive is always to conquer and usurp leadership of any political party that accommodates them.

Barrister Abure who noted that Senator Dickson must have leant from the Labour Party's recent trajectory said that the former governor of Bayelsa state's refusal to Obi's request to field all his supporters in the elective positions in the party was commendable and one way to check the vociferous supporters of the former Labour Party presidential candidate.

In a statement, Barrister Abure said Obi, Abia state governor, Dr. Alex Otti and most of their supporters who won election under the free ticket policy of the Labour Party turned around to struggle for the leadership of the party, instead of joining hands with the leadership to build the party and by so doing, destroyed what was Nigeria's greatest opposition party.

He said. "They say, history usually repeats itself. Senator Dickson and Co have seen their trajectory and learnt from what happened to us, that a lot of them after they have won and now in government turned round and were struggling with the leadership of the party. So, having leant from that, that is probably why the NDC leadership are collecting what they ought to collect upfront so that they can have the resources to manage the party.

"I want to say that Obi and his followers are ingrates who will never remember the sacrifices you made for them. It is even dangerous for the leadership of the NDC to wholly hand over the elective positions to Obi and his followers. We did it in 2022/23, immediately they saw that Obi was interested in the leadership of the party, all those elected under the platform of the party simply followed Obi, forgetting all the sacrifices and suffering we made for them. They went for the structures of the party, from the ward to the national to be dissolved.

"Therefore for strategic and political reasons, it is very good for Seriake Dickson not to have given Obi supporters all they needed in the NDC. He needed to bring his own people so that when the chips are down, he will also have people that will speak and defend him.

"All those elected under the party, Obi took them to fight the leadership of the party. So why will Seriake Dickson and Co allow Obi to produce all the elected officers or meet all the interests of Obi, it must be balanced. They trooped into NDC with Obi hoping to occupy every space like they did in Labour Party. No leader of any political party seeing what Obi did to Labour Party, along with his followers will make that mistake again."

Abure clarified that his intervention arose from people's curiosity on how he navigated the 2022/23 general election with the domineering activities of Peter Obi and his supporters without any crisis. He said that the party did a lot of sacrifices trusting that the invaders will reciprocate the gesture by supporting the party after they formed government.

He said, we ensured that Obi's interests were adequately taken care of. We only looked at his body language and we obliged most of his supporters tickets. Most of the tickets were for free believing that we were investing in those persons in line with the philosophy of the party, expecting that when they win, they will bring along necessary supports that will help in the growth of the party. But ironically, when they came into power, they went after the leadership of the party.

"They fell into the trap of INEC, when the commission deceived them to say that the tenure of the executive has expired. We had expected them to reject that position. Our leaders ought to have known that what was going on was a reprisal from the role the party leadership played in the 2022/23 general election.

"The leaders, particularly, Peter Obi and Alex Otti decided to take over the leadership of the party. In any event, all those that we elected as we speak, up till now, all the years they have spent in the National Assembly did not make any contribution to the party, therefore people like Seriake Dickson and the leaders of the NDC are probably learning from what happened to the Labour Party."

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Labour Party.

08/06/2026

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Barr. Julius Abure Speaks On NDC Primaries And Peter Obi

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PRESS STATEMENT FROM THE LABOUR PARTY.

Labour Party Adopts Ahanotu as Presidential Candidate

***Fields governorship, NASS candidates across states.

The Labour Party has adopted it's National Youth Leader, Prince Kennedy Ahanotu as the party's presidential candidate for the 2027 presidential election.

Prince Kennedy pulled a total vote of 2,944,420 via a consensus primary election. The party also released governorship candidates in 30 states. The party also released the list of successful candidates for the Senate, House of Representatives and State House of Assembly.

Declaring the results, in a press conference held in Abuja, the Deputy National Chairman, Dr. Ayodele Olorunfemi said the candidates emerged in accordance with the electoral act and party constitution.

He admonished the candidates to distinguish themselves from the current leaders who have chosen their pockets ahead of the general welfare of Nigerians.

According to him, "A Labour Party leadership must encourage a free and compulsory education at all level and ensure social justice for the people."

In his acceptance speech, Prince Ahanotu who was moved with emotion decried the level of insecurity and economic crisis bedeviling the nation. He said under his leadership, the Labour Party will bring a practical solution for the ailing economy.

Prince Ahanotu also said his leadership will work to reunite all the factions in the party. He specifically called on the Abia State governor, Dr. Alex Otti to team up with the Legacy party membership to return the party to its formidable position in the past.

LABOUR PARTY STATES AND GOVERNORSHIP CANDIDATES 2027 ELECTIONS:

. BENUE STATE - TITUS TAMANGO BELAMO - 23,896 VOTES

. NASARAWA STATE - HON GAZA JONATHAN GBEFWI - 76,097

. KANO STATE - MOHAMMAD ABDULLAHI RAJI - 45,407 VOTES

. KATSINA STATE - RABE SANNI KATSINA - 17,999 VOTES

. SOKOTO STATE - HON ABDULRRAHIM CHINDO IMAM - 55,228 VOTES

. ZAMFARA STATE - HON YAHUZA AHMED - 22,555 VOTES

. ABIA STATE - CEEKAY IGARA - 58,185

. DELTA STATE - DR BARRY AVOTU JOHNSON 1ST - 74,987 VOTES

. CROSS RIVER - EMMANUEL FRIDAY - 17,235 VOTES

. RIVERS STATE - PRINCE NUKA NWIGBO - 14,784 VOTES

. BAUCHI STATE - MOHAMMED SABITU ALIYU - 44,800 VOTES

. KWARA STATE - HON AJIBADE SAMSON ADEKUNLE - 13,441 VOTES

. KADUNA STATE - HON AUWAL ALIYU TAFOKI - 42,432 VOTES

The full list is being collated and will be transmitted to INEC in line with the guidelines.

Sign:
Obiora Ifoh
National Publicity Secretary
Labour Party

30/05/2026

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Labour Party Adopts Ahanotu as Presidential Candidate

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ACCEPTANCE SPEECH OF PRINCE KENNEDY AHANOTU AS THE LABOUR PARTY PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE FOR THE 2027 GENERAL ELECTION

Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria

Your Excellencies, the National Chairman, distinguished members of the National Executive Council, respected leaders of our great party, members of the press, ladies and gentlemen,

My fellow Nigerians,

Today, I stand before you deeply humbled by the confidence reposed in me and profoundly grateful to God Almighty for this historic moment.

With a full sense of responsibility and unwavering commitment to our nation, I proudly accept the nomination of our great party, the Labour Party, as its Presidential Candidate for the 2027 General Election.

I am particularly humbled that this nomination emerged through consensus. It is a demonstration of the confidence, unity, and shared vision of our great party. I do not see this consensus as a personal endorsement alone; I see it as a collective mandate to unite our party, inspire our nation, and offer Nigerians a credible alternative built on competence, integrity, and service. With this consensus comes an even greater responsibility, and I pledge never to take that trust for granted.

As the Presidential Candidate of our great party, I look forward to working closely with all the candidates and other leaders and stakeholders across the federation to strengthen our party structures, deepen internal democracy, expand our grassroots presence, reconcile differences where they exist, and reposition the Labour Party as the foremost platform for national renewal, social justice, economic prosperity, and good governance.

The task before us is bigger than any individual. It requires unity of purpose, mutual respect, collective sacrifice, and visionary leadership. Together, we shall build a stronger Labour Party capable of earning the confidence of Nigerians and leading our nation toward a brighter future.

I also salute our National Chairman, members of the National Working Committee, the National Executive Council, state chairmen, local government and ward leaders, our elected and appointed public office holders, and the thousands of loyal party members whose sacrifices, dedication, and unwavering commitment have kept the Labour Party strong, united, and growing across Nigeria. The progress we celebrate today is a testament to your hard work and belief in the ideals of our great party.

This moment is bigger than any individual. It is bigger than Prince Kennedy Ahanotu. It is about the hopes and aspirations of millions of Nigerians who believe that our nation can be greater than it is today.

This nomination belongs to the workers who rises before dawn to earn an honest living. It belongs to the teacher who continues to inspire despite difficult conditions. It belongs to the healthcare professional working tirelessly to save lives. It belongs to the farmer feeding our nation, the entrepreneur creating opportunities, the student pursuing knowledge, and the countless young Nigerians youths who refuse to surrender their dreams despite the challenges they face.

Above all, it belongs to every Nigerian child whose future depends on the decisions we make today.

The Labour Party was founded on a simple but powerful principle: Nigeria works best when it works for everyone.

As we recently commemorated Children's Day under the theme, "Future Now: Promoting Inclusion for Every Nigerian Child," I believe that theme should become a national mission.

We must build a Nigeria where every child has access to quality education, where every family feels secure, where every worker earns a dignified living, and where every citizen has a fair opportunity to succeed regardless of ethnicity, religion, gender, social status, or geographical location.

My fellow Nigerians, our nation stands at a defining moment.

As Nelson Mandela once said:

"It always seems impossible until it is done."

Today, many may think that rebuilding Nigeria is impossible. Many may believe that our challenges are too deep and our divisions are too wide. But history teaches us that nations rise when courageous people choose hope over despair and action over excuses.

The time has come to move beyond excuses.

The time has come for practical solutions.

The time has come to restore hope.

The time has come to renew the promise of our great nation.

Today, I present to you a covenant built on four pillars:

1. Economic Prosperity and Dignified Jobs
Our administration will pursue policies that stimulate production rather than consumption.

We will support small and medium-scale enterprises, expand access to affordable credit, promote local manufacturing, strengthen agriculture, encourage innovation, revive industries, and create an environment where businesses can thrive.

Our objective is clear: to create millions of sustainable jobs and restore dignity to labour.

We shall build an economy that rewards enterprise, protects workers, attracts investment, and creates opportunities for every Nigerian.

2. Quality Education and Human Capital Development
No nation can rise above the quality of its education.
We will invest significantly in education at all levels, improve school infrastructure, strengthen teacher training, modernize our curricula, and ensure that technology becomes a tool for learning, innovation, and economic advancement.

Every Nigerian child, whether in the city or in a rural community, must have access to quality education and equal opportunities to succeed.

No child will be left behind. Our young people are not merely the leaders of tomorrow; they are the builders of today.

Throughout my public life, I have consistently championed the inclusion of young people in politics, governance, entrepreneurship, and nation-building because I firmly believe that no nation can reach its full potential while excluding the energy, creativity, and innovation of its youth.
Today, the world is witnessing a generational shift in leadership.

It is Youth O'Clock across the world.

Across continents, nations are increasingly entrusting leadership responsibilities to younger generations, and the results have been remarkable.

In France, a new generation of leadership demonstrated that age should never be a barrier to vision, courage, innovation, and national transformation.

In Senegal, youthful leadership has energized leadership participation, inspired hope among citizens, and reinforced the belief that a nation thrives when it gives its young people a seat at the decision-making table.

The lesson is clear: nations that empower their youth position themselves for greater prosperity, competitiveness, and relevance in the twenty-first century.

Nigeria cannot afford to be left behind.

Our youths are not asking for opportunities because of their age; they are asking for opportunities because of their abilities, talents, and contributions.

They are already leading successful businesses, driving technological innovation, creating jobs, excelling in the creative economy, advancing scientific discoveries, and representing Nigeria with distinction around the world.

As a proud member of this generation, I pledge to bring youthful vigour, fresh thinking, courage, passion, innovation, and a results-oriented approach to governance.

Our administration will deliberately unlock the productive potential of our young people through education, technology, skills development, entrepreneurship, access to finance, and leadership opportunities.

Together, we shall move Nigeria from a consumption-driven economy to a production-driven economy.

We shall build a nation that produces what it consumes, exports what it produces, creates opportunities for its people, and competes confidently in the global marketplace.

The future belongs to nations that empower their youth.
The future belongs to nations that produce.
And under our leadership, Nigeria shall be one of those nations.

3. Security, Justice and National Stability

Security is the first responsibility of government.

Our administration will strengthen our security institutions, improve intelligence gathering, secure our borders, protect our farmers, defend our communities, and ensure that every Nigerian can live, work, and travel without fear.

We shall pursue security not merely through force, but through justice, economic opportunity, and national inclusion.

Every Nigerian deserves to sleep with both eyes closed.

4. Power, Infrastructure and Industrial Development
No economy can grow in darkness.

We will aggressively pursue power sector reforms, decentralize electricity generation, encourage renewable energy investments, modernize transport infrastructure, and create the conditions necessary for industrial growth and economic competitiveness.

Our goal is simple: power our homes, power our businesses, and power Nigeria's future.

We shall build roads that connect opportunities, railways that drive commerce, and infrastructure that unlocks the enormous potential of our nation.

My fellow Nigerians,

This election is not merely about changing leaders; it is about changing the direction of our nation.

I call on all leaders, stakeholders, and members of the Labour Party to embrace unity, reconciliation, and collective responsibility. Our strength lies not in our differences but in our shared commitment to building a stronger party and a better Nigeria.

Leadership in our party should never be seen as a reward for friendship but as a responsibility earned through sacrifice, commitment, competence, and service. We must preserve and strengthen our structures across every ward, local government, and state because politics remains a game of organization, participation, and numbers.

To Nigerians who have not yet made up their minds, I do not ask for your vote today.

I ask first for your attention.
Listen to our ideas.
Examine our plans.
Judge our commitment.
Hold us accountable.

And together, let us build the Nigeria we all deserve.

I offer myself not as a ruler but as a servant of the people.

Not as a beneficiary of power but as a custodian of public trust.

Not as a representative of one region, one religion, or one group, but as a candidate for every Nigerian.

I believe with every fibre of my being that the best days of Nigeria are still ahead of us.

I am reminded of the timeless words of Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe:

"Show the light and the people will find the way."

The Nigerian people do not lack talent.

They do not lack resilience.

They do not lack patriotism.

What they seek is honest leadership, clear direction, and a government that places their welfare above personal interests.

Together, we shall provide that leadership and chart that course.

My fellow Nigerians, this election is not about one man.

It is not about one political party.

It is about the destiny of over two hundred million Nigerians.

I have chosen hope.

I have chosen service.

I have chosen Nigeria.

Today, I invite every Nigerian to join this movement of national renewal as we build a nation that is secure, prosperous, united, and respected among the nations of the world.

History will remember this generation for the choices we make today.

Let it never be said that when Nigeria called, we remained silent.

Let it never be said that when our nation needed courage, we chose comfort.

Let it never be said that when the future beckoned, we looked away.

Let it be said that together we rose.

Let it be said that together we renewed the promise of Nigeria.

The future is not tomorrow.

The Future is Now.

Let us rise together.

Let us work together.

Let us build together.

Let us renew our hope and restore our nation.

Future Now. Youthful Leadership. A Nigeria That Works for Everyone.

May God bless the Labour Party.

May God bless our democracy.

And may God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Thank you, and God bless you all.

Prince Kennedy Ahanotu
Presidential Candidate
Labour Party, Federal Republic of Nigeria

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Labour Party!!
We Move!!

Forward Ever!!
Backward Never!!

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Diaspora Labour Party Chapter Enthusiastically Endorses Bold, Free Nomination Forms to Empower Youth and Women Leaders for a New Nigeria

Washington DC, May 21, 2026:

The Labour Party LP) diaspora chapter is proud to announce a groundbreaking initiative led by our National Chairman, Barr. Julius Abure, aimed at democratizing access to political leadership by distributing free nomination forms. This initiative is designed specifically to empower competent youths, women, and other underrepresented groups in our society, enabling them to compete for various political positions in the upcoming elections.

In a press conference held on May 18, 2026, Barr. Abure articulated the party's commitment to enhancing political participation by removing the financial barriers that often deter qualified candidates from seeking office. He emphasized the Labour Party's mission to uplift the voices of those who have been historically marginalized, stating, “This initiative is a pivotal step towards lifting the burden of monetization in our political landscape. We believe that every Nigerian, regardless of their financial background, deserves the opportunity to lead and effect change.”

Key Highlights of the Initiative

Free Nomination Forms

All nomination forms for various political positions will be available at no cost. Aspirants can easily download the forms from Labour Party’s official platforms, fill them out, and submit them to their respective state chairpersons.

Targeting Youth and Women

This initiative is particularly focused on empowering youths and women, who are crucial for driving innovation and change in Nigeria's political landscape.

Encouraging Competence over Wealth

By eliminating fees associated with candidacy, the Labour Party aims to prioritize competence and integrity over financial power, fostering a new generation of leaders who can represent the interests of all Nigerians.

Upcoming Primaries

The party's governorship and state Houses of Assembly primaries are scheduled for May 27, 2026, followed by House of Representatives and Senate primaries on May 29, 2026. A consensus-driven selection process for the presidential candidate will also take place on the same day in Abuja.

Prof. Eddie Oparaoji, Chairman of the Diaspora Labour Party Chapter, endorsed this initiative, highlighting its alignment with the Labour Party's core values of inclusivity and social justice. He stated, “This initiative is not merely about politics; it’s about giving hope and representation to those who have been overlooked for too long. We are excited to see the positive impact this will have on our communities as we work towards a new Nigeria.”

As the Labour Party prepares for the 2027 elections, we call on all eligible individuals to seize this opportunity and participate in shaping the future of our nation. Together, we can build a political landscape that reflects the diversity and strength of our great nation.

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Chairman, Diaspora Labour Party Chapter &
Director General, Directorate of International and Diaspora Affairs (DIDA)

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STATEMENT FROM THE LABOUR PARTY

LABOUR PARTY DISTRIBUTES FREE FORMS, TO FIELD CANDIDATES ACROSS ALL POSITIONS

A Press Conference by the National Chairman of Labour Party, Barr. Julius Abure in Abuja on Monday, the 18th of May, 2026.

Gentlemen of the Press, you are welcome to this all important Press Conference by the Labour Party being the first of such after the January 21st Appeal Court judgement against our leadership.

Nigerians should recall that when the court of Appeal delivered judgment on the 21st of April, 2026 on the Labour Party crisis, our leadership stated clearly that the party will be heading to the Supreme Court. I am happy to announce that we have filed our notice of appeal, and that we are waiting for the compilation of our records so that we can properly file our brief in the Supreme Court.

It is pertinent at this point to put the records straight, due to the misconception that is associated with the story of Labour Party in some sections of the media, which are clearly incorrect and hugely misrepresenting the facts of the matter. What is happening to the party presently is a clear case of victimisation aftermath of the role we played in the 2023 general election.

Labour Party was marked for decimation and possible annihilation but unfortunately, those who were the beneficiaries of that hugely successful political action are today the ones being used as protagonists and point men to carry out the execution of the plot against the party.

It is important to note that the current leadership of the Labour Party, the Abure led executive, emerged through the National Convention held on the 27th of March, 2024 at Nnewi. All the reports from the convention as required by the law were submitted to the INEC and were all accepted, only for INEC to come up in August 2024, five months after, to say that the tenure of the executive has expired,

There were no justifiable reasons for INEC's volte-face and ironically, one would have expected all those we have elected to team up with the leadership to resist INEC and confront them with the fact on ground but instead, they proceeded to set up a caretaker committee that eventually created faction in the party.

In any event, we went to court and the Federal High Court by Justice Nwite stated clearly that the convention that brought our executive was in line with the law and that INEC didn't have any reason not to recognize the leadership of the party and ordered INEC to recognize the leadership of the party. The court of Appeal also affirmed the judgement of the trial court. It was this matter that Nenadi Usman and co appealed against, and the Supreme Court stated clearly that issues of leadership are an internal affairs of the party.

From that time to January, 2026, we have been running the party, working closely with INEC, until on the 21st of January when Justice Peter Lifu pronounced as stated that Nenadi Usman was the chairman of the party. How he arrived at that and made that flip-flop is still surprising to us. This was what resulted in the appeal and the Court of Appeal regrettably affirmed that decision.

Because of the injustice involved and because our action will enhance the legal jurisprudence in Nigeria, we want to see what the Supreme Court will say in line with what was said before and now. This is what has given us the courage to say that we are going to the Supreme Court.

In any event, Labour Party under our leadership will participate FULLY in the 2027 elections. Our forms are available and aspirants have been picking forms. All our forms can be accessed in all the Labour Party social and online platforms, for free. Just download, fill them and submit to our state chairmen across the nation.

While our governorship and state Houses of Assembly primaries will hold on Wednesday May 27th 2026, the House of Representatives and the Senate primaries will hold on Friday May 29th, 2026. All exercises will be through direct primaries which will take place at the Local Government headquarters of the party. A presidential candidate will emerge through a consensus arrangement on Friday May 29th, 2026 in a presidential primaries which will hold in Abuja.

You may want to know why we have chosen to participate fully for this coming election in spite of the Appeal Court ruling. Of course, you are aware that for anyone to participate in a pre-election matter, you must have participated in all the processes leading to the primaries including buying of nomination forms and observation all INEC regulations. As a result, we have encouraged all our members across the country who have interest in running for elective offices to pick up the necessary form for FREE so that they can participate and be part of the process. This decision is informed by the fact that all that Nenadi Usman and co have done are purely illegal. The notice they wrote to INEC was illegal, in the sense that only NEC of a party can approve and fix dates for congresses and primaries.

You will recall that they did not hold any NEC before publishing their intention to embark on congresses and primaries and INEC wrote them informing them of the illegality of their action. When they eventually called for a NEC, it never formed quorum as they alienated a significant constituents of the NEC including the state chairmen and secretaries. These chairmen and secretaries have since taken action and sacked the Nenadi executive and have also sued the executive, a matter which is still pending in the court.

Everything they have done or purported to be doing is illegal because you can't put something on nothing and expect it to stand. Therefore, we expect that all they have done with respect to the nomination of candidates will be null and void. That is why our members, the true Labour Party members need to participate in the ongoing exercise and produce their candidates across Nigeria. We have therefore chosen to ensure through our Free forms initiative, to enfranchise them to participate in the coming general election and the result has been massive and encouraging.

To further make some clarifications, our Free Form Initiative is in line with the philosophy and ideology of the Labour Party. This is to make partisan politics easy and affordable for those who have the capacity to win elections but may not have the huge funds to deploy into the contest. This will not be the first time that the Labour Party will be doing it. We did it in the 2022/23 general election and that was why Okada riders and palm kernel crushers won seats in the National Assembly.

Also, Nigerians will recall that January this year, we had announced that our forms should be issued FREE of charge for those who will attend our mentorship programs. A party like the Labour Party should not charge an exorbitant price for their forms. We are shocked that Nenadi Usman and her fellow usurpers are strangulating aspirants with high fees. Though they are strangers to the Labour Party, we expect them to go back and learn the philosophy and ideology of the Labour Party

We also need to make it very clear that a lot of misconception has been spreading, probably deliberately, that the leadership of the Labour Party requested huge sums of money from Abia state governor, Dr. Alex Otti in order to reconcile. We need to make it categorically clear that the meeting we had with His Excellency, Governor Otti was purely for reconciliation and how to forge ahead but that meeting produced no headway because the governor refused to give an inch to his earlier recalcitrant stand, insisting that all the structure of the party must be dissolved. The terms of our proposal to him are as follows.

One, to share the positions in the NWC; Two, to take his governorship ticket and produce all the state House of Assembly candidates including all the candidates for House of Representatives and Senate in Abia state; and Three, to produce any other governorship, House of Representatives and Senatorial candidates in other states where he might have interest. We further conceded the offices of the National Secretary and other key national offices. But with all these sacrifices from the leadership, the Governor declined all the proposals and insisted that already all positions in the NWC have been filled, by him. While offering to us the Vice Chairman and Secretary of the Board of Trustees.

At no time was the issue of money discussed. Nobody made any financial requests and nobody offered any money to anyone. We are therefore calling on all party members and supporters to disregard those fake news which sources are not too difficult to decipher.

Our leadership will not rest until we recover our party from some political buccaneers and merchants who will stop at nothing until the soul of the party is completely destroyed. We believe that the Supreme Court will do justice to the matter, and until then, we will continue to carry out our responsibilities entrusted on us by the March 27, 2024 convention of the party in Nnewi.

Sign.

Barr. Julius Abure
National Chairman
Labour Party

18th of May, 2026.

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Datti Baba Ahmed Speaks The Truth About What Happened To Labour Party.

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Barr Julius Abure !!!
We hail you!!
We salute you! @labourpartynigeria @lagoslabour @ajuelumeluSA@aju2kobo @ajuglobalmedia

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Barr Julius Abure Salutes all Nigerian Workers!!

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Barr Julius Abure at Arise TV Yesterday to Speak On the Recent Appeal’s Court Judgement.

Very Explosive Interview.

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NIGER STATE LABOUR PARTY.

NOTICE OF DISCLAIMER!!!!

We are not doing any Congress, we are appealing the judgement from court of appeal.

Please do discard and disregard any call from anywhere saying that Niger State labour party is organising their Congress.

We strongly believe and stand by Abure leadership.

The labour party constitution recognises Abure's tenure and its leadership.

We can only back down when the Apex court of the land gives its final verdict.

All the faithful members of Labour party should remain calm and steadfast because it is not over on till the final verdict from supreme court.

Thanks for your understanding.

Signed: Comrd. Musa A. Mohammed.

Announcer: The state publicity secretary Labour party Niger State.
Comrd. Stanley Onyeagucha.

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STATEMENT FROM THE LABOUR PARTY

Abure rejects Appeal Court decision, Heads to Supreme Court

Excerpt of his statement.

We have seen what transpired today at the Appeal Court and we want to say very clearly that the judgement is not acceptable to all of us in the Labour Party led by my humble self.

I want to say very clearly that the judgement is against all known principles of law. The courts, the Supreme Courts and all courts in Nigeria have stated very clearly that the issues of leadership of a political party is an internal affairs of a political party.

It is also not true and I disagree when people say that the tenure of this executive has expired. That is untrue and very unacceptable to us. Nigerians will recall that on the 27th of March 2024, we had a valid convention that was held in Nnewi and that convention is still valid and subsisting for 4 years. I want to say that the court today didn't look at that before arriving at the conclusion that the tenure has expired.

I must also say clearly that the Umuahia meeting which produced the Caretaker Committee was also against the Labour Party constitution. It is only the National Chairman and National Secretary of a Political Party who has the power to convene any NEC meeting of any of sort.

I want to say very clearly that we are going to appeal that decision. Today's decision of the Appeal Court is not acceptable to us and we reject it in its entirety. We have put our legal team together and we are going to file an appeal and move to the Supreme Court.

Thank you and God bless you.

Sign:
Barrister Julius Abure
National Chairman
Labour Party.

21/04/2026

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Date: Tuesday 14thFebruary, 2026.

COMMUNIQUÉ/OPEN LETTER BY THE FORUM OF DULY ELECTED STATE CHAIRMEN OF THE LABOUR PARTY ON THE URGENT NEED TO PRESERVE DEMOCRATIC PARTY STRUCTURES AND THE RULE OF LAW

The Chairman
Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)
Abuja, Federal Capital Territory
We, the duly elected State Chairmen of the Labour Party, who emerged from duly conducted and INEC-monitored State Congresses held on the 6th of December 2025 across the Federation, write to the Commission and to the Nigerian public on a matter of grave constitutional and democratic concern.
We are compelled to issue this communiqué in light of credible information available to us suggesting that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) may be under pressure, or is being influenced, to monitor or recognize a fresh round of so-called “State Congresses” by a faction of the Party that has no legal or constitutional foundation.
Let it be Clear: This is not politics. This is an attempted institutional sabotage.
For the avoidance of doubt:
1. The Ward, LGA and State Congresses of the Labour Party were duly conducted nationwide on the 2nd, 4th, and 6th December 2025 respectively;
2. Statutory notice was issued to the Commission in compliance with Section 82(1) of the Electoral Act 2022;
3. The said Congresses were monitored by INEC pursuant to Section 82(5); and
4. The outcomes of those Congresses are part of the official records of the Commission.
We are therefore not self-appointed actors. We are products of a completed statutory and democratic process duly conducted in compliance with the Electoral Act, monitored by INEC and recognized by law.
Our mandated is rooted in law, not convenience. It cannot be brushed aside, tampered with or replaced by administrative fiat in flagrant violation of the Electoral Act, the INEC Regulations and Guidelines and the Constitution of the Labour Party.
On the 16th February, 2026, INEC decisively rejected the request by Sen. Nenadi Usman to recognize the purported dissolution of duly elected Party structures, on the clear grounds that the action was taken “without giving statutory notice to the Commission and without authority to act under your Party Constitution.”
This position by INEC is unequivocal and remains unchallenged.
Our concern, therefore, is that as at today, there is no evidence whatsoever that the fundamental deficiency identified by INEC—being the lack of constitutional authority to act—has been cured, remedied, suddenly manufactured, lawfully conferred, or validly derived. Any suggestion to the contrary is baseless, contrived, and legally untenable. Consequently, there is no legitimate or constitutional foundation upon which INEC justifiably reconsider and reverse its earlier, unchallenged position or lend credence to the monitoring of any illegal and purported parallel congresses.
One cannot build legality on a foundation already declared defective. Any attempt to proceed on that basis would be a continuation of the same illegality previously indentified and rejected by INEC.
The law is clear and unambiguous:
1. Section 223(1)(a) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended)
Mandates that party leadership must emerge through periodic democratic elections.
2. Section 82 of the Electoral Act 2022
Regulates the conduct of congresses and requires:
a. Statutory notice to INEC,
b. Transparency in process,
c. Monitoring by the Commission.
3. COMPLETED CONGRESSES CANNOT BE ADMINISTRATIVELY NULLIFIED
Once congresses have been:
a. Conducted with due notice,
b. Monitored by INEC,
c. And concluded,
They become completed statutory acts. And such processes cannot be set aside:
a. By internal party correspondence,
b. By administrative declaration,
c. Or by factional arrangements.
Consequently, no authority other than a court of competent jurisdiction can nullify congresses duly monitored by INEC. Until and unless such a court so determines, those Congresses—and all the structures emanating and deriving their legitimacy therefrom—remain valid, lawful, subsisting, and fully binding.
Any attempt to conduct or recognize fresh State Congresses while the existing congresses remain valid, and No court order has nullified them would amount to:
1. Duplication of leadership structures,
2. Destabilization of party organization,
3. Undermining of INEC’s own monitored processes
4. Erosion of public confidence in electoral regulation.
It would also raise fundamental questions about the sanctity of INEC-monitored exercises.
We wish to let INEC know that it cannot validate a process today and undermine it tomorrow.
Hence if INEC now turns around to monitor or recognize parallel congresses while its own monitored processes remain valid:
1. It will be seen as a direct contradiction of its own records;
2. It will destroy the credibility of its own oversight and erode public confidence in the Commission;
3. It will send a dangerous signal that lawful processes can be discarded; and
4. It will create chaos in Party administration
Our point is that if a completed, INEC-monitored Congresses can be ignored and replaced, then:
1. No Party structure is safe;
2. No internal democracy is guaranteed; and
3. No electoral process is credible
Today it is Labour Party. Tomorrow it could be any Party.
The national leadership dispute within the Party is presently before the Court of Appeal and INEC is a party to that appeal.
In these circumstances, it is expected that all parties:
1. Exercise restraint,

2. Preserve existing structures,
3. Avoid actions capable of prejudicing or rendering the appeal nugatory.
Proceeding to monitor or recognize fresh congresses at this stage risks altering the subject matter of the litigation.
INEC is not a passive observer. It is a constitutional institution entrusted with:
1. Protecting the integrity of democratic processes,
2. Ensuring compliance with the Electoral Act,
3. Maintaining neutrality and institutional consistency.
To the best of our knowledge INEC is not a rubber stamp for any faction and is obligated to act on:
1. Unlawful requests,
2. Procedurally defective processes,
3. Or politically motivated arrangements inconsistent with law.
INEC’s duty is to:
1. The Constitution
2. The Electoral Act
3. It own records
4. The Nigerian people
We state clearly and unequivocally:
1. The State Congresses of 2nd, 4th, and 6th December 2025 remain valid and subsisting;
2. The leadership structures that emerged therefrom remain lawful;
3. Any parallel congresses conducted without lawful basis will be invalid;
4. Any recognition of such processes will be vigorously challenged.
We most respectfully urge the INEC to:
1. Decline to monitor or recognize any purported fresh State Congresses;
2. Preserve the status quo pending judicial determination;
3. Be guided by its own records of monitored congresses;
4. Uphold the Constitution and the Electoral Act;
5. Resist any pressure inconsistent with its constitutional mandate.
Democracy is not sustained by convenience. It is sustained by consistency, legality, and institutional courage.
If INEC-monitored congresses can be disregarded without judicial intervention, then the entire framework of electoral supervision becomes uncertain.
We believe that the Commission, under its current leadership led by a Professor of Law and Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), will not allow such a precedent to be set.
We remain committed to:
- The rule of law,
- Internal party democracy,
- Peaceful political engagement.
However, we will not hesitate to take all lawful steps to defend the integrity of the democratic process and the validity of the structures that emerged from it.
FORWARD EVER. BACKWARD NEVER.
Signed:
………………………………. Abdurrahim Imam Chindo Secretary, Forum of Elected State Chairmen/NEC Members For and on behalf of the 36 State Chairmen of the Labour Party (LP), Nigeria
CC:
- The President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria
- The President of the Senate
- The Honourable Speaker, House of Representatives
- Inspector-General of Police
- Director-General, DSS
- Chairman, IPAC - Secretary General, United Nations - International Republican Institute (IRI) - Kukah Foundation - Yaga Afrika - All Foreign Missions in Nigeria - All International Election Observers